Twilight Ale (2008)

I opened up the Twilight Ale I received from Deschutes this evening and quite enjoyed it. According to the Brewery, it’s made with a “harmonious blend of four hops” and is dry hopped with Amarillo hops. At only 5% alcohol by volume, it’s an excellent summertime session beer.

Taste: Hops are bracing, right up front, with bitter, slightly woody, almost oily notes—in a good way. Very green with hops. Malt is toasty and light and just right—not too heavy or sweet but not dry or roasty either. Very refreshing. A hint of citrus.

Mouthfeel: Light- to medium-bodied with a refreshing, thirst-quenching quality.

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A "session" beer refers to a beer that is about 5% alcohol by volume (maybe up to 5.5%) or less, so that you can comfortably drink several during a "session" without overly feeling the effects from the alcohol.